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by Tony Crumpton |
Watch the dugout interview below:
Video summary/cliff-notes:
(00:00) Moisés Ballesteros expresses excitement about his performance and being part of the Cubs team, stating he feels "amazing."
(00:43) He emphasizes his goal of improving his numbers from last year and excelling both offensively and defensively.
(01:40) Ballesteros praises pitcher Cade Horton, calling him "his guy," highlighting their strong communication and Horton's powerful fastball and slider.
(02:16) He appreciates learning from veteran catchers like Miguel Amaya, Carlos Pérez, and Carson Kelly in spring training.
(03:01) Discusses his offseason training, focusing on getting stronger and in better shape, with a combination of workouts and diet.
(04:31) Names Kevin Alcántara and Pedro Tantos as standout hitters in the Cubs system.
(05:19) Admires Salvador Pérez and models his catching style after him, striving to be a reliable presence behind the plate.
(06:05) Emphasizes his hitting approach—focusing on line drives up the middle for consistent contact and power.
Tony Crumpton can be reached at tony@cubshq.com